2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.0L Petrol · AF51 AMX

The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK presents a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 5 September 2024 at 58,848 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from 21 July 2022 at 58,723 miles. The maintenance record shows no advisories or failures across both entries, indicating the vehicle has met statutory standards without escalating concerns. The odometer reveals exceptionally low use for a 25-year-old car. Between July 2022 and September 2024 the SLK covered only 125 miles, averaging under 70 miles per year. Total recorded mileage stands at 58,848, roughly 2,354 miles annually since registration. A two-year gap separates the two MOT entries, yet the near-static mileage implies prolonged storage rather than active neglect; clean passes on both dates suggest the keeper maintained it to test standard when presented. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection before purchase. Long stationary periods invite perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and moisture-driven corrosion on structural underbody points even when the MOT shows no faults. The SLK's rear subframe and suspension bushes warrant close checks for rust and cracking, alongside brake discs for surface pitting from disuse. Given the sparse, clean history, no recurring mechanical faults emerge to warn against the model. The absence of advisories on tyres, exhaust emissions, or steering suggests previous owners addressed consumables pre-test. Verify the stated mileages against service books and confirm the 2024 pass reflects genuine condition rather than a minimal test, given the car's low running cycle.